Legendary Console Brand Harrison Acquired by Solid State Logic
Solid State Logic (SSL) announced the acquisition of US-based pro audio console and music production software manufacturer, Harrison. Better known these days for the Mixbus DAW software mixing engines, Harrison is widely recognized for the development of large-format digital film mixing consoles, and custom software for the sound-for-film industry. With the acquisition, the Audiotonix technology group, which also owns DiGiCo, SSL, Allen & Heath, Calrec, and Slate Digital, expands its leadership in the mixing console business even more.
Celestion Debuts High Performance PowerProX18 Subwoofer
Celestion is expanding its range of professional audio drivers for sound reinforcement applications with the debut of the 18-inch PowerProX18 subwoofer. The new model features advanced voice coil cooling to boost reliability and reduce power compression, enabling high performance over extended periods of peak delivery, as required in applications including cinema sound, fixed install and touring sound reinforcement. The new PowerProX18 will be on display at NAMM 2023, alongside a range of new key PA products from Celestion.
PSB Speakers Announces the M4U 9 and M4U TWM Wireless Headphones and Earbuds
PSB Speakers, the premium hi-fi loudspeaker brand founded by Paul Barton in 1972, is announcing all-new additions to their high-performance M4U headphones line with the presentation of the M4U 9 and M4U TWM models at Axpona Audio EXPO North America (AXPONA) 2023. The company has entered the headphones space over 10 years ago, and recently announced an ambitious new project for a completely new series of products, supporting the latest SCL6 codec for high resolution wireless audio transmission and Sonical’s CosmOS platform.
Elytone Electronics Introduces Networked Audio Products and New Division Peak Amplification at NAMM 2023
Elytone Electronics, an OEM/ODM manufacturer from Taiwan, and provider of custom audio solutions and magnetic components for over forty years, is bringing a new range of networked audio products to the 2023 NAMM Show. Very significant will be the introduction of a new division and new brand Peak Amplification, with a complete range of high-power amplifier modules.
Warkwyn Adds CESVA’s Acoustic Instrumentation to Its Lineup
Loudspeaker engineering consulting firm Warkwyn is now offering the complete lineup of acoustic and electroacoustic instrumentation from CESVA in the US. The Barcelona-based company offers a complete line of sound level meters and spectral analyzers for advanced measurements, amplifiers and instrumentation for measuring and assessing sound insulation, long term and permanent noise monitoring solutions, as well as logger-limiters.
AudioTelligence Announces Orsana LE Audio Assistive Listening Device
AudioTelligence launched Orsana, a demonstration device of an assistive listening solution to help users hear clearly in noisy environments, with hearing aids or consumer TWS earbuds. Orsana connects wirelessly to Bluetooth LE Audio enabled earbuds or hearing aids – and can be used by up to 6 people at the same time. The device is available for hearing aid and consumer electronics companies interested in implementing their own assisted listening solutions.
Oceanway Audio to Demonstrate AeroWave Large-Venue Sound System Technology at NAMM 2023
Burbank-based Oceanway Audio, led by legendary audio innovator and multiple GRAMMY award-winner Allen Sides, will be hosting live demonstrations of its new AeroWave AW-9045 large-venue sound system technology at the NAMM 2023 exhibition. The AeroWave system is able to distribute 90 degrees of audio in both the horizontal and vertical directions, delivering a direct, high-quality stereo signal to every seat in the house with minimal boundary reflections.
Denon Earbuds to Deliver Personalized Listening Featuring Nura’s Self-Learning Technology
Denon has announced that it is bringing the hearing profile technology from Australian headphone company Nura, into the brand’s product pipeline. In adding Nura’s otoacoustic emission measuring technology to Denon products, the Sound United brand, now owned by Masimo, will be able to add personalized sound, based on hearing measurements of each ear, processed on the device to create a unique user listening profile..
ICEpower Launches 1000S Power Supply for 2-Way and 3-Way Designs
Audio amplification solutions company ICEpower announced availability of its latest 1000S power supply, filling a gap in the company's portfolio for high-power amplification equipment. Based on the resonant LLC converter of the tried and tested ICEpower 700AS1 module, the new 1000S offers a stable and consistent power supply solution in a compact format to pair with the company's 300A2 and 400A2 modules for applications in hifi, commercial amps, whole home audio and active speakers.
Primare SPA25 Prisma Home Cinema Integrated Amplifier with Dirac Live Now Shipping
Primare announced the launch of its SPA25 Prisma home cinema integrated amplifier. The new Primare integrated amplifier will feature Dirac’s multichannel room correction solution, uniting two of Sweden’s most innovative audio pioneers in one class-leading product. The SPA25 Prisma is a multichannel amplifier and processor designed for both home cinema and music enthusiasts, featuring carefully considered features and functionality.